A mat-forming evergreen alpine with hairy, silvery green leaves. Daisy-like papery white flowerheads with glossy white, crimson backed bracts in spring. Max Height 5cm to 10cm. Max Spread 15cm to 30cm. Flowers March to May. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Helichrysum milfordiae
A mat-forming evergreen alpine with hairy, silvery green leaves. Daisy-like papery white flowerheads with glossy white, crimson backed bracts in spring.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Helichrysum |
|---|---|
| Species | milfordiae |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm, 10cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 15cm, 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, green |
| Flowers From | March, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Alpine house |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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